In numerous studies, researchers have found that student success in the classroom is most heavily influenced by his or her parents’ ability to: Encourage learning and education Set high – but not unrealistic – educational standards and goals Become involved in school and community activities Researchers have also found that students who do benefit from strong parental involvement have: Higher overall achievement, regardless of socioeconomic, ethnic, or racial background. • A higher completion level on homework. • A higher level of self-esteem in all aspects of life. • Better social behavior and lower probability that they will get into trouble outside of school. • Greater comfort navigating diverse cultural environments between home and school. • Less likelihood of being placed in special education courses. • Less probability of dropping out of h ...